In-person Brickworld conventions are on hold, but Brickworld is coming through with the Brickworld Virtual Con Fireworks on Saturday, June 27th, 2020, from 12 p.m. to 6 .m. Future Brickworld Virtual Conventions: Tickets are $9, or you can get a pass for all remaining shows for $22. Only 2,000 tickets are being released for each show, so register now. $1 from each ticket will be … [Read more...] about LEGO fans — head to The Brickworld Virtual LEGO Expo
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Virtual Open Mic with Imurj
Imurj, at 300 South McDowell Street, Raleigh is a collaborative art and music space. Its 6,000 square foot underground space offers includes a cafe, bar, two stages, art studio, gallery, and production studio. Imurj hosts many free and low-cost events for the community. To see all upcoming events, visit Imurj's Facebook page. Here are a few free and cheap upcoming events: Virtual … [Read more...] about Virtual Open Mic with Imurj
Intergalactic Soulstice — a Virtual Afrofuturist Arts Festival presented by Ackland Art Museum
Ackland Art Museum is presenting Intergalactic Soulstice: A Virtual Afrofuturist Arts Festival from Friday, June 19th, to Sunday, June 21st, 2020. It will take place online and it's free to watch. Intergalactic Soulstice is a virtual Afrofuturist festival inspired by ART& Intergalactic Soul: Project LHAXX at the Ackland Art Museum. Puppeteer Jeghetto Performs 5P1N0K10 … [Read more...] about Intergalactic Soulstice — a Virtual Afrofuturist Arts Festival presented by Ackland Art Museum
Warner Bros. Streams ‘Just Mercy’ For Free in June
Based on a true story, Warner Bros. is making its film “Just Mercy” widely available at no cost. According to the studio, “We believe in the power of story. ‘Just Mercy’ is one resource we can offer to those who are interested in learning more about the systemic racism that plagues our society.” For the month of June, the film will be available to rent for FREE on digital platforms in the … [Read more...] about Warner Bros. Streams ‘Just Mercy’ For Free in June
Paramount Pictures Streams ‘Selma’ For Free in June
Paramount Pictures is making its film Selma widely available for streaming at no cost. According to the studio, “We hope this small gesture will encourage people throughout the country to examine our nation’s history and reflect on the ways that racial injustice has infected our society. The key message of the film is the importance of equality, dignity and justice for all people. Clearly, that … [Read more...] about Paramount Pictures Streams ‘Selma’ For Free in June
Juneteenth 2020: #TheBounceBackRDU — a virtual storytelling event
To commemorate the resilient spirit of African Americans and to celebrate Juneteenth, #TheBounceBackRDU, a virtual storytelling event, will stream live on YouTube and Facebook, 7 pm, Friday, June 19, 2020. #TheBounceBackRDU features eight African Americans sharing stories about a time they fell down but didn’t stay down - they bounced back. The series is produced by Alexus Rhone, founder of … [Read more...] about Juneteenth 2020: #TheBounceBackRDU — a virtual storytelling event
Virtual concerts with Chatham County Council on Aging
Chatham County Council on Aging is presenting Listen & Learn-a-Thon, an online variety show, on Wednesday, June 10th, 2020, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. It will feature local artists, performers, speakers, writers, personalities and more. Some of the performers and participants include: Chatham Rabbits Chatham County Line Krall Daddy & Olde Uncle Edd Dr. Lulu Boykin Mustard … [Read more...] about Virtual concerts with Chatham County Council on Aging
V Pizza in Cary is showing drive-in movies for free 4 times a week
V Pizza, 1389 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, is providing some entertainment for families while we wait for more events to start back up. Every evening, from Wednesday to Saturday, V Pizza will be showing a drive-in movie at sunset. These will be family-friendly movies...not necessarily "kid" movies, but nothing rated R. Please make sure to check their Facebook page or Instagram for announcements … [Read more...] about V Pizza in Cary is showing drive-in movies for free 4 times a week
Read J.K. Rowling’s new children’s book “The Ickabog” online for free
J.K. Rowling is casting her spells for children again, but this time, with a book that isn't about magic. Her new children's book, "The Ickabog," will be published in November, but as a gift to children in these chaotic times, it will be available one (or two) chapters each day, online, for free. In her own words, “The idea for The Ickabog came to me, while I was still writing Harry … [Read more...] about Read J.K. Rowling’s new children’s book “The Ickabog” online for free
President Obama to give nationwide commencement speech to the Class of 2020 at Graduate Together broadcast
Graduate Together: America Honors the Class of 2020 is a one-hour primetime special that will air on ABC, CBS, FOX, NC, on Saturday, May 16th, 2020, at 8 p.m. It will also stream on multiple online platforms. This program, powered by XQ, in partnership with The Lebron James Family Foundation and The Entertainment Industry Foundation, is a tribute to the more than 3 million high school seniors, … [Read more...] about President Obama to give nationwide commencement speech to the Class of 2020 at Graduate Together broadcast
